U.S. imports of Chromium Ores and Concentrates (HS 261000) totaled $1.7M in August 2026, imported from 5 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataChromic oxide content is the defining classification variable for chromium ores and concentrates: the US tariff schedule breaks this heading into three grade bands — below 40%, between 40% and 46%, and 46% or above chromic oxide — at lines 2610000020, 2610000040, and 2610000060 respectively. South Africa dominates US supply, reflecting its position as the world's largest chromite reserve holder, with Germany and the Netherlands also appearing as sources, likely reflecting re-export or processing trade flows. Buyers sourcing metallurgical-grade ore for ferrochrome production should pay close attention to the chromic oxide threshold that determines which tariff line applies, as misclassification between bands is a common audit finding.
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The US schedule uses two cut points: less than or equal to 40% chromic oxide (2610000020), greater than 40% but less than 46% (2610000040), and 46% or above (2610000060). Importers should obtain a certified assay report before entry to ensure the correct line is declared.
Germany and the Netherlands are major commodity trading and processing hubs. Chromite mined in Africa or elsewhere may be shipped to European ports for blending, sizing, or re-export, causing those countries to appear as the country of export even when the ore originates elsewhere. Importers must confirm country of origin — not country of export — for tariff classification.
Subheading 1 of 1 in heading 2610
Subheading 261000 · $1.7M of $1.7M
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2610000040 | Chrom Ores, Gt 40% But Lt 46% Chromic Oxide | $1.1M | 0.00% | 30.82% |
| 2610000020 | Chromium Ores & Concentrates, Lt=40% Chromic Oxide | $334K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 2610000060 | Chromium Ores & Concentrates, Gt=46% Chromic Oxide | $195K | 0.00% | 0.00% |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2610000000 | Chromium Ores and Concentrates | $568K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
ImportsExports
Imports
$1.7MYoY · free account
Exports
$568KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $20.1M of Chromium Ores and Concentrates and exported $4.0M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · August 2026
origin
South Africa and Canada together supply 98% of it.
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entry
rate provision · imports
79.0% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 0.00% of imports for consumption.